1987 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
